🚨 Party demands CEC resignation or nationwide protests

The Cockroach Janta Party demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation within 48 hours. This demand was made in New Delhi following an Indian Express report on dissent within the Election Commissioners. The party also called for a freeze on all upcoming state Assembly elections, citing irregularities. CJP alleges that Kumar is following orders from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Activists are now urging social groups to join the planned protests across India.

⚡ Mother and daughter electrocuted by live wire in Andhra

A mother and daughter were electrocuted after touching a live galvanised iron (GI) support wire in Nathavaram mandal, Anakapalli district. The victims were identified as Gompa Manga, 55, and Rongala Janaki, 28, from Golla Veedhi. This incident occurred early on Thursday, September 24, 2026, following continuous rain soaking the exposed wire. Janaki touched the hanging wire at about 3:30 a.m., and her mother rushed to help, leading to both deaths. Her husband, Rongala Nagaraju, was also injured while trying to move the wire and is currently hospitalized.

⚔️ Yemeni forces repel Houthi attacks in Taiz

Government-aligned forces successfully repelled coordinated Houthi attacks in the southwestern province of Taiz. Colonel Majid al-Nuzaili confirmed the clashes occurred on Wednesday night in the Wadi al-Maqatirah area. Dozens of Houthi fighters were reported killed and wounded during the engagement. This fighting is part of the ongoing battle for strategic highlands amid regional tensions. The conflict is expected to continue as both sides push for control of key territories. ⚔️

🏛️ SC pauses penalty, upholds detention relief in Noida DM case

The Supreme Court revised its interim order in the Noida DM case, specifically stopping the Rs 5 lakh penalty and strictures against DM Medha Roopam. This decision was made in the petition filed by Gautam Buddh Nagar DM Medha Roopam concerning student Akriti Chaudhary. The earlier order mentioned on Wednesday stayed certain paragraphs until the merits were heard. The revised order explicitly leaves intact the Allahabad High Court's judgment that quashed Chaudhary's detention. This whole issue relates to Chaudhary's detention during industrial workers’ protests in Noida in April. ⚖️

📉 Google Search traffic is seriously dropping for publishers

Google Search traffic saw a sharp 40.2% year-over-year decline for publishers between July 2025 and July 2026, according to Chartbeat's 2026 Publisher Playbook. This trend was observed across the publisher network, which heavily features news and media outlets. Specifically, Google Search's share of pageviews dropped from 9% in July 2024 to 5% in July 2026. The report attributes this pressure to AI-generated search results and a changing referral landscape. Publishers are now advised to focus on building audiences they have more control over.

🛡️ Warfare changing fast, CDS warns about adaptation

The Chief of Defence Staff, General N S Raja Subramani, stated that the character of warfare is rapidly changing beyond the speed of adaptation. He made this statement while addressing News18 DEFCON 2026 in Delhi, India. He outlined five key trends in modern warfare using the 'BUILD' framework, covering September 24, 2026. This shift requires India's defense systems to evolve significantly, as conventional planning is becoming outdated. Ultimately, the army that adapts quicker is set to win future conflicts. 🤯

✈️ Kochi Airport approves 55% dividend & launches new consultancy

Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) approved a 55% dividend for shareholders during its 32nd AGM on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The company reported a total revenue of ₹1,220 crore and a profit of ₹502 crore for the 2025-26 financial year. CIAL is launching aviation consultancy services to leverage its expertise in airport development across new markets. The new CIAL ACES division will start with the passenger verification system project at Durgapur Airport in West Bengal. Furthermore, CIAL will focus on making the airport a multimodal logistics hub and enhancing passenger experience.

🌡️ Wrist Temp Links to Metabolic Risk, Study Finds

Russian scientists have developed a new method to check for metabolic disorder risks using wrist temperature changes. Researchers from Tyumen State Medical University found that smaller wrist temperature variations suggest a higher chance of metabolic issues and extra weight. The study tracked participants for at least one week, publishing results in Chronobiology International. Specifically, people with less than 1 C circadian temperature amplitude were four times more likely to have high morning leptin levels. Maintaining a consistent daily routine is also noted to positively affect overall wellbeing.

🧑‍🍳 Air fryers for crispy Indian snacks

Air fryers are great for making everyday Indian snacks with less oil and more convenience. These appliances are available from brands like KENT, AGARO, and PHILIPS, with models ranging from 4.2L to 6.5L. Prices start around ₹4,899 up to ₹15,395 for these kitchen gadgets. They are perfect for making makhana and pakoras without deep frying, offering healthy alternatives. People should check out these options to upgrade their snack game. 🧑‍🍳

🧐 ECI's internal drama behind the scenes

Despite recording 14 objections over 10 months, the three-member ECI maintained a united public front during key briefings. Election Commissioners SS Sandhu and Vivek Joshi raised concerns while appearing with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar between October 28, 2025, and August 14, 2026. These objections covered decisions on new voters, electoral roll changes, and software access issues. The trio held several joint briefings, including one in Kolkata amid a controversy over 60 lakh missing voters. Moving forward, the internal disagreements continue despite the unified public image. 🧐

🏛️ High Court clears Congress candidate for Nandigram bypoll

The Calcutta High Court ordered that Congress candidate Milan Pradhan must be allowed to contest the Nandigram bypoll. This order protects him from being treated as arrested in a 2007 Khejuri case. The bypoll is scheduled for October 6, with campaigning wrapping up on October 4. The court questioned the state's late action regarding this older criminal case. Authorities are directed not to take action against Pradhan until October 12. 🗳️